Baleal Surf Camp is a family run business in Peniche Portugal. We're based on the prime location in Europe’s most consistent and flexible surf spot.

It was the first surf campestablishedin Portugalback in 1993. By focusing on quality service and the environment it has grown to become one of the best known and best loved surf schools on the Atlantic.

Teaching people how to surf in Penichewhile making sure they have the best possible surfing holidaysis our main goal and what we thrive on.

The surfcamp has a laid-back vibe and accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets. We welcome everyone from singles to families, experts to novices, the best surfing vacation is waiting for you here in Baleal beach, Peniche-Portugal.

1. Europe's prime learning to surf region We are the original Portuguese surf camp in one of Europe's top surf regions, 20 years celebrated in 2013. Other surf camps in Peniche operate in Baleal beach, we are literally based on the prime learning spot; it can't get better than that!
When you're surfed out, just chill with a beer & watch the action from our exclusive beach base

2. Value for money & reputed surf school There are cheaper surf camps & surf schools, so why book with us? Because a top location, quality service, dedicated staff and good reputation are priceless!
Read independent reviews on Tripadvisor or GoLearnTo and check the vibe on our Facebook page or Google+. We're sure you'll find many reasons to stay with us; we'll appreciate it too ;)

3. The right accommodation @ the right location
Your surf accommodation is only a few minutes away from the Cantinho da Baía surf spot. You'll be surfing within 10 minutes of waking up. Easy & fast, no precious surf vacation time wasted.
You're traveling solo, with a partner or the family? Choose the proper accommodation for you; hostel lodging and apartments or villas accommodation

4. Quality surf lessons & dedicated teams
Is it possible to learn to surf in one week? Yes, but only with great teachers. We take quality seriously. Head instructors have surf rescue & lifeguard qualifications, thus setting high tuition and safety standards. The surf camp & surf school equipment is renovated each year.
But there's much more, you'll meet a great team that makes it happen for you, check the surfcamp team.

5. Portugal's most consistent & diverse surf region Peniche and Baleal are ideal for your surfing holiday. There's a variety of waves - sand, reef, left, right, hollow or mellow - a few minutes distance apart.
We get Atlantic swells from all directions and surf with different winds and tides. There's always a wave to rip or cruise on. Learn more about Portugal's surf guarantee

6. Bar do Bruno: probably the best vibe in town... You'll make friends from the world over & come back for more surf trips. The atmosphere is international the vibe relaxed.
Enjoy a unique beach bar, you can relax & taste great food. Sometimes we close it for our guests, as for the weekly dinner. There are parties where you'll have guest list entrance. Check the vibe @ Bar do Bruno

Our Surf Centre & Surf School includes reserved area for surf classes, lifeguards, a restaurant and refreshments service, toilets, showers, and a Wi-Fi system. All great pluses for the surf holiday in Peniche, no daily shuttling back and forth wasting time.

Within a short walk you'll find the various surf spots in Baleal and a short drive away all the incredible variety that makes Peniche the most consistente surf region in Portugal and Europe.

Portugal´s western region has more; you'll find awarded golf courses, and Peniche is famous for its fish and shellfish. The are a number of excellent wineries, and, in Óbidos, to one of the most well-preserved places of historical heritage in all Portugal.
If you fancy some giant surf you might want to visit Nazaré, located about 45m drive from Baleal and Peniche, Praia do Norte is home to the largest waves in the world and a spectacle worth watching.